Clifton Observatory and Caves

Clifton Observatory and Caves,
Clifton Down,
Bristol.
Tel: 0117 - 974 1242
The Observatory houses a Camera Obscura; installed in 1829, a rotating mirror in the roof reflects the panorama outside in fine weather. From the Observatory a steep stepped passage through the gorge rock leads to a viewing platform, which gives splendid views of the Bridge and Gorge. Buggies can be left at the kiosk, which sells ices. Open Daily: 10:30am -5pm Summer only, occasionally closed due to adverse weather, phone first.

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